Sea Anemones and Corals of Britain and Ireland

Description

The cool temperate waters around Britain and Ireland contain a huge variety of marine life and the sea anemones and corals, the Anthozoa, are some of the brightest and most attractive of all the groups of animals that live in them. Anemones and corals can be found from rockpools to the deepest depths and in all habitats from rocky reefs to soft mud. This is the second edition of this popular guide to all 74 of the sea anemones and corals found in British and Irish inshore waters. It will be an essential companion for divers, rockpoolers and students who want to identify the sea anemones and corals they find and know more about them. Information on identification of 74 species, including their key features and other species with which they could be confused Illustrated with over 200 photographs taken in situ showing the animals as they look in real life Habitat, distribution, depth, size, rarity and conservation status for each species where known Information and photographs of other animals that prey on or live with sea anemones and corals Details of body structure, feeding and reproduction, illustrated with photographs and drawings Information about recent research on populations of sea anemones and corals carried out by Seasearch volunteer divers A summary of conservation issues for sea anemones and corals in Britain and Ireland Review: First class guide to British anemones and corals....superb. - Such a good book it makes me want to get the neoprene suit on and get into the water. Full of wonderful, clear photo's and descriptions, an absolute treasure trove of information. This Seasearch series of books is a must have for ocean lovers both professional and amateur, I have all of them I think and they are utterly superb.....a credit to the passion and commitment of the the writers, editors and keen photographers who joined forces to create these books. As someone who has a passion for the ocean and appreciates when people take the time to create truly wonderful books on the subject I am so grateful for having the chance to own these books. Buy them while they are still in print is my earnest advice to you! Review: Another excellent volume in the Seasearch series. - It is hard to fault this guide. The arrangement and design of the book is clear and concise throughout. Descriptions of taxonomic groups is precise and accurate with an excellent taxonomic guide with the index. Photographs throughout are superb with faithful colour reproduction. All images are taken underwater with clear info re size and locations of species. This guide is indispensable to anyone interested in the subject or for the student interested in uk marine life generally.